About Mines View Park
Mines View Park is a public park and observation deck in northeastern Baguio City, Benguet, Philippines. Located on Gibraltar Road, it overlooks the former gold and copper mines of Itogon and the Cordillera mountain range. Developed during the American colonial period, it is one of Baguio's oldest and most visited attractions, known for its panoramic views, souvenir and handicraft market, and cultural photo opportunities.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect an elevated viewing deck overlooking the Itogon mining area and surrounding Cordillera mountains, with a park area lined with souvenir shops selling woodcarvings, woven products, and silver crafts. The site includes food stalls, photo opportunities in traditional Igorot attire with Saint Bernard dogs, and a bustling market atmosphere. The terrain includes stairs to the deck and paved walkways with mountain views.
Key highlights
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Panoramic observation deck overlooking the abandoned gold and copper mines of Itogon
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Wide views of the Cordillera mountains and Benguet landscape
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Souvenir market with local handicrafts, woodcarvings and silver jewelry
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Photo opportunity in traditional Igorot costume
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Historic park dating to the American colonial period
History of Mines View Park
Developed during the American colonial period as an observation point for the gold and copper mines of Itogon, Benguet, reflecting Baguio's early 20th-century mining industry and its development as a hill station.
Culture & Context
Presents Cordilleran culture through locally made handicrafts, woodcarvings and woven products, and offers visitors the experience of wearing traditional Igorot attire, supporting local artisans and cultural heritage.
Route
| By air | Fly to Loakan Airport in Baguio for limited flights or to Clark International Airport, then travel by road to Baguio |
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